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Kure City, which once flourished as the base of the former Imperial Navy and produced the battleship "Yamato," is a port city where naval history and modern shipbuilding technology harmonize. It is packed with unique spots such as the "Yamato Museum," which conveys shipbuilding technology, and the "Iron Whale Museum," where you can enter an actual submarine. The city layout, with its brick buildings and "Alley Karasuko-jima" where you can see submarines, is very scenic. You can also enjoy local gourmet food such as "Navy Curry" and "Navy Meat and Potatoes." With its powerful naval port landscape, nostalgic city atmosphere, and beautiful Seto Inland Sea islands, it is a city that offers a deep travel experience.

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Kure City's tourism promotional video guided by Kure City's official character.～Japan HIroshima～

Kure Tourism Association

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Unique Hiroshima Experiences（呉市）日本語

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#25 KURE OneDayTrip 230331

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#29 呉 Kinkarakami 230322

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#22 呉 バルーン 230331

Hiroshima Prefectural Tourism Federation

Kure City

Address
4-7-1 Hondori, Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Website
https://kure-kankou.jp/
Operator
Kure Tourism Association

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Irifuneyama Memorial Museum
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Irifuneyama Memorial Museum

Irifuneyama Memorial Museum in Kure City is a museum that conveys the history of Kure as a naval port city, centered on the former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's Official Residence. The residence, a National Important Cultural Property, features a beautiful harmony of a Western-style wing with luxurious "Kinkarakawashi" (gold-embossed paper) walls and a calm Japanese-style wing. The designs and furniture, concentrating the highest technology of the time, tell the story of Japan's modernization and its brilliant culture. Within the grounds, there is also a local museum and a "Hill with a View of History," allowing you to deeply learn about...

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Yamato Museum
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Yamato Museum

The Yamato Museum in Kure City conveys the history of Kure, which flourished as the top naval port in the East and built the battleship "Yamato," as well as its shipbuilding and steelmaking technology. Inside, a 1/10 scale model of the battleship "Yamato," stretching 26.3 meters, is displayed, and its precision and scale are overwhelmingly powerful. Real materials such as a Zero fighter and the human torpedo "Kaiten" are also exhibited, making visitors think deeply about the tragedy of war and the preciousness of peace. Simultaneously, you can learn how the advanced technology cultivated in Kure contributed to Japan's post-war...

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Kenmin no Hama
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Kenmin no Hama

Located on Kami-kamagari Island in Kure City, "Kenmin no Hama" is one of the best beach resorts in the Seto Inland Sea, with a beautiful 400-meter sandy beach selected as one of Japan's 100 best beaches. The highly transparent emerald green sea, white sand, and lush greenery in the background provide an open atmosphere. In addition to swimming in summer, facilities like kayaking and an astronomical observatory are available year-round. There are also accommodation facilities where you can enjoy hot springs and local seafood, making it ideal for a relaxing stay with family or groups. Watching the sunset over the...

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Kure Bay Vessel Cruise
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Kure Bay Vessel Cruise

A unique excursion boat where you can admire the ships of the Maritime Self-Defense Force and huge shipbuilding docks from the sea in Kure, one of Japan's leading naval ports. The sight of massive destroyers and submarines anchored right before your eyes is overwhelmingly powerful and an experience unique to Kure. You can listen to live commentary by former Self-Defense Force members, gaining deep knowledge about the ships and the history of Kure Port. Especially the "Sunset Cruise," timed with the lowering of the self-defense ship flag at sunset, is popular for its fantastic atmosphere. It's a must-experience activity for...

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Tobishima Kaido
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Tobishima Kaido

Connecting the islands of the Aki-nada Isles with seven bridges, the "Tobishima Kaido" is an excellent cycling and driving course where you can feel the calm sea view of the Seto Inland Sea up close. Compared to the famous "Shimanami Kaido," it is quieter and characterized by traditional fishing village scenery and the leisurely flow of island time. The biggest highlight is the old townscape of the Mitarai district, which flourished as a port of call for ships waiting for favorable winds during the Edo period. Designated as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, walking through...

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